Timefactors Navigator PRS-48vsTimefactors PRS-29A
lug2lug doesn't sell watches. Buy links open the brand's or seller's own site. Some links are affiliate links: lug2lug may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Disclosures
Measurements
Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Navigator PRS-48

PRS-29A
Diameter
36mm
36mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.4mm
lowest
46.8mm
Thickness
11.3mm
11.1mm
lowest
Water Resistance
100m
100m
MSRP
$664
$544
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW210-1
ETA 2801-2
Case
2 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Timefactors NAVIGATOR PRS-48 for its simple, legible design and 36mm case size, satisfying a desire for smaller watches. One owner finds it a versatile option for everyday and business-casual wear. A common sentiment is appreciation for its clean legibility and military-grade field watch aesthetic. One owner notes a wish for a shorter lug-to-lug measurement to better match the original model. Overall, owners rate the Timefactors NAVIGATOR PRS-48 highly for its legibility and compact, versatile design.
Owners widely praise the Timefactors PRS-29A for its excellent value and craftsmanship, noting its classic design, 36mm case size, and manual-wind ETA 2801-2 movement. Community members highlight its anti-magnetic properties and 100m water resistance, with some finding it a functional piece of watchmaking history and a great grab-and-go beater. Accuracy varies, with one owner reporting +5 seconds per day, while another desires a screw-down crown for improved water resistance. Criticisms also include poor lume and an uncomfortable OEM NATO strap, though one owner specifically praises the sapphire crystal. Overall, owners rate the Timefactors PRS-29A highly for its compact size and value as a military/field watch.
Similar watches
Matched to the watches above on size, movement, style and price, microbrands first. Open any one to dig in.
Also compared
Comparisons nearby in the catalog: alternatives to the watches above paired against the matchup.











